The small islands of Lido, Murano and Burano surround the city and are easily accessible. A good chunk of Venice's attractions, hotels and restaurants are located in San Marco on the southern edge ...

So, while this souvenir doesn’t come cheap, for many visitors, purchasing Murano glass is like acquiring a piece of fine art ...

which offers transport to Murano and Burano. The gondolas have become almost synonymous with Venice. Although they were once used by wealthy Venetians for transportation, today they're used for ...